Executive Assistant to CEO

We’re looking for an Executive Assistant (EA) to support our CEO in Saudi Arabia. This role is essential in ensuring efficient, proactive, and confidential executive-level support. You’ll work closely with the CEO and leadership team to manage priorities, communication flow, and day-to-day operations, serving as a trusted gatekeeper and connector. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, purpose-driven team where your attention to detail, cultural fluency, and organizational excellence will help advance strategic priorities and team success.

Who you are?

A proactive and highly organized professional with a high level of discretion and cultural sensitivity

Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken), with excellent communication skills

Solutions-oriented, calm under pressure, and capable of anticipating needs before they arise

Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and maintaining confidentiality at all times

What You’ll Do?

Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO, including calendar, travel, and meeting management

Act as a key liaison between the CEO and internal / external stakeholders

Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner, including preparation of briefs, agendas, presentations, and reports

Support the planning and coordination of events, offsites, and leadership meetings

Monitor tasks and ensure timely follow-ups across cross-functional teams

Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion

Translate or proofread documents as needed between English and Arabic

Act as a cultural ambassador, ensuring smooth communications across global and local teams

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of experience supporting C-suite or senior leaders, ideally in an international or communications environment

Strong command of Arabic and English (fluency required)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

High emotional intelligence and a collaborative mindset

Experience managing complex calendars and coordinating across multiple time zones

Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Why Edelman?

At Edelman, we believe in trust as the cornerstone of communication—and our culture is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration. We’re proud to champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), and we strive to reflect the communities we serve.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

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